Description / Abstract:

This practice covers the determination of filamentous iron
bacteria (FIB) by examination under the microscope. The practice
provides for the identification of the following genera of bacteria
found in water and water-formed deposits: Siderocapsa,
Gallionella (Dioymohelix), Sphaerotilus, Crenothrix,
Leptothrix, and Clonothrix.

The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No
other units of measurement are included in this standard.

This standard does not purport to address the safety
concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility
of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and
health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory
limitations prior to use.